Which of the following would be part of a successful program of weight gain in an underweight individual?

a. Eat energy-dense foods.
b. Drink alcohol regularly.
c. Eat a large number of small meals.
d. Refrain from regular physical exercise.
e. Refrain from between-meal snacking.


ANS: A

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